New Home Adventures

About six months ago, my family moved into a new, custom-built home. Designing and building a brand new home for our family was one of the biggest adventures of our lives. And I have to say that it’s been totally worth it! I’m so glad that we decided to go this route.
I started this blog for other people who are considering a custom-built home. I want to share what I learned about how to save money, get financing, and make plans to build a dream home of your very own. With the right information, you too can have the custom built home of your dreams.

Do you have a garbage disposal that won't work? Whenever you flip the switch, does the disposal just stay silent? That can certainly be frustrating. However, you don't necessarily need to call a plumber right away. While most plumbers do provide garbage disposal service, it's very possible that the issue may be easy enough for you to fix on your own. With a little investigating, you can determine whether the problem is relatively straightforward.[Read More]

Instead of the usual garage door with a garage door opener, you have retractable garage doors. While very unique, these doors present some atypical challenges for owners, which you probably have not encountered yet. There are many pros and cons to having this type of garage door, and you may decide to replace them once you read the following.
Rectractable Garage Door Pros
The really nice features of retractable garage doors are:[Read More]

If you're a restaurant owner, it's important to keep your sewer lines clear of grease and other debris that can quickly build up and lead to blockages. Perhaps the best method available to keep your sewer system in good working order is through water jetting, a process that involves blasting high-pressure water through your system to clear sewer systems quickly and thoroughly. Here is everything you need to know about water jetting and how it can benefit you.[Read More]

Asphalt roofs are seen as the conventional, most common choice in most areas in the United States. However, they are not the only option. Metal roofs are becoming more prominent, thanks to their durability and long lifespan. Since metal roofs are still gaining a foothold as a roofing choice for family homes, many homeowners have questions about them. Here's a look at a few of those common questions – and their answers.[Read More]